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Book Drive flyer presented by Maryland Commission on African American History & Culture with their logo and large bookshelf behind.

MCAAHC Book Drive

All Day 2/24 - 6/6
Alice Virginia & David W. Fletcher Branch

Program Type:

Books & Authors

Age Group:

Young Children (0-6), Kids & Tweens (6-12), Teens & YA (13-18), Adults, Everyone

Event Details:

You can support the work of the Maryland Commission on African American History & Culture in celebrating & preserving Black culture, by donating books that highlight black ...

Library Branch: Alice Virginia & David W. Fletcher Branch
Age Group: Young Children (0-6), Kids & Tweens (6-12), Teens & YA (13-18), Adults, Everyone
Program Type: Books & Authors
Event Details:

You can support the work of the Maryland Commission on African American History & Culture in celebrating & preserving Black culture, by donating books that highlight black voices and stories.

Amulet Author Visit

Kazu Kibuishi, Author of the Amulet Graphic Novels

Saturday, April 11, 2026 at 11:00am - 1:00pm
Combined Community Room 308/309 at Alice Virginia & David W. Fletcher Branch

Program Type:

Books & Authors

Age Group:

Everyone

Event Details:

We are thrilled to welcome Kazu Kibuishi, author and illustrator of the Amulet graphic novel series, to the Washington County Free Library. Join us for an exclusive presentation an...

Library Branch: Alice Virginia & David W. Fletcher Branch
Room: Combined Community Room 308/309
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Books & Authors
Registration Required
Event Details:

We are thrilled to welcome Kazu Kibuishi, author and illustrator of the Amulet graphic novel series, to the Washington County Free Library.

Illustration Workshop for Teens

Teen Illustration Workshop with Kazu Kibuishi

Saturday, April 11, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Conference Room - 334 at Alice Virginia & David W. Fletcher Branch

Program Type:

Books & Authors

Age Group:

Teens & YA (13-18)

Event Details:

Teens are invited to a special illustration workshop with Kazu Kibuishi, author and illustrator of the Amulet graphic novel series! Space is limited, don’t miss this unique hands-o...

Library Branch: Alice Virginia & David W. Fletcher Branch
Room: Conference Room - 334
Age Group: Teens & YA (13-18)
Program Type: Books & Authors
Registration Required
Event Details:

Teens are invited to a special illustration workshop with Kazu Kibuishi, author and illustrator of the Amulet graphic novel series! Space is limited, don’t miss this unique hands-on opportunity! 

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Family Storytime

11:00am–12:00pm
Young Children (0-6), Kids & Tweens (6-12)
Boonsboro Free Library
Library Branch: Boonsboro Free Library
Room: Community Room - BNS
Age Group: Young Children (0-6), Kids & Tweens (6-12)
Program Type: Storytimes & Puppet shows
Event Details:

Join Miss Alyssa for a fun Themed Family Storytime with stories and songs.

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Veteran's Day closing 2026

All Day
All Branches
Closing
Branches:
Alice Virginia & David W. Fletcher Branch, Boonsboro Free Library, Clear Spring Branch, Hancock Veterans Memorial Library, Keedysville Library, Sharpsburg Library, Smithsburg Library, Williamsport Memorial Library, Bookmobile, Off Site, Virtual Event - Systemwide
Description:

All branches of the Washington County Free Library are closed on Wednesday, November 11th in observance of the Veteran's Day holiday.  We will reopen at our normal hours on Tuesday, November 12, 2026.

Thanksgiving closings 2026

All Day 11/26–11/27
All Branches
Closing
Branches:
Alice Virginia & David W. Fletcher Branch, Boonsboro Free Library, Clear Spring Branch, Hancock Veterans Memorial Library, Keedysville Library, Sharpsburg Library, Smithsburg Library, Williamsport Memorial Library, Bookmobile, Off Site, Virtual Event - Systemwide
Description:

The Washington County Free Library and its Branches will be closed on Thursday, November 26th and Friday, November 27th in observance of the Thanksgiving Day holiday. We will re-open at our regular time on Saturday.

Christmas Holiday closings 2026

All Day 12/24–12/25
All Branches
Closing
Branches:
Alice Virginia & David W. Fletcher Branch, Boonsboro Free Library, Clear Spring Branch, Hancock Veterans Memorial Library, Keedysville Library, Sharpsburg Library, Smithsburg Library, Williamsport Memorial Library, Bookmobile, Off Site, Virtual Event - Systemwide
Description:

All branches of the Washington County Free Library are closed on Thursday, December 24th and Friday, December 25th in observance of the Christmas holiday. We will reopen at our normal hours on Saturday, December 26, 2025.

New Years Eve closing at 5PM

5:00pm–11:45pm
All Branches
Closing
Branches:
Alice Virginia & David W. Fletcher Branch, Boonsboro Free Library, Clear Spring Branch, Hancock Veterans Memorial Library, Keedysville Library, Sharpsburg Library, Smithsburg Library, Williamsport Memorial Library, Bookmobile, Off Site, Virtual Event - Systemwide
Description:

All branches of the Washington County Free Library will be closing at 5PM on Thursday, December 31st.

New Year Closing 2027

All Day
All Branches
Closing
Branches:
Alice Virginia & David W. Fletcher Branch, Boonsboro Free Library, Clear Spring Branch, Hancock Veterans Memorial Library, Keedysville Library, Sharpsburg Library, Smithsburg Library, Williamsport Memorial Library, Bookmobile, Off Site, Virtual Event - Systemwide
Description:

All branches of the Washington County Free Library are closed on Friday, January 1, 2027 in observance of the New Year holiday. We will reopen at our normal hours on Saturday, January 2, 2027.